In Autumn 2013 the band split from their record label due to disagreements over their debut album London with the Lights On and the album's poor chart performance compared to singles Love Me and Black Heart. They are currently working independently on their second album. They have said that eventually they will sign to a new label. New music will be released early 2015.
See Me Like This
Stooshe Lyrics
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But I know it's a lie
Cause when you loved me
My river ran dry
Is someone tempting
Someone on stand by
I handle looks
You are mine
I thought you'd never ever ever
Wanna see see me like this
See see me like this no no
Now I'm all teary'd up paranoid as ever, yup!
Now put your hands up
I'm about to shoot love
And I'ma pray that you will give it up
Pray that you will give it up
You never wanna see me like this
Now put your hands up
I'm about to shoot love
And I'ma pray that you will give it up
Pray that you will give it up
You never wanna see me like this
Your love is sickly
Emotional rides
A troubled heart
A messy mind
That's bleeding mine
That's why
I thought you'd never ever ever
Wanna see see me like this
See see me like this no no
Now I'm all teary'd up paranoid as ever
Now put your hands up
I'm about to shoot love
And I'ma pray that you will give it up
Pray that you will give it up
You never wanna see me like this
Now put your hands up
I'm about to shoot love
And I'ma pray that you will give it up
Pray that you will give it up
You never wanna see me like this
If I was brave, I'd cut you off
You don't think too fast
You would never last
Something drastic has to change
I'm begging of you
Now put your hands up
And I'ma pray that you will give it up
Pray that you will give it up
You never wanna see me like this
Yeah eh eh ay
No you never wanna see me like this
You never wanna see me like this
The lyrics of Stooshe's song See Me Like This convey the story of a troubled romantic relationship. The singer seems to have lost faith in her lover's affections, believing that his claims of love are a "lie." She recalls a previous time when he "loved" her, but she "dried up" emotionally, suggesting that the relationship may have "run its course." She also suspects that he may be "tempting" someone else "on standby." Despite these doubts, the singer laments that she is still "yours."
The song's chorus features the repeated phrase "I thought you'd never ever ever wanna see me like this," which seems to refer to the singer's current emotional state. She is "paranoid," unable to trust her lover, and "teary-eyed," suggesting that the relationship is causing her significant emotional distress. The refrain "put your hands up, I'm about to shoot love" could be interpreted as a plea for the lover to show genuine affection and commitment to the relationship.
The song's final verse sees the singer consider taking drastic action, declaring that she would "cut off" her lover if she were "brave enough" to do so. She concludes the song with the defiant statement "no, you never wanna see me like this," suggesting that her emotional turmoil is a sign that the relationship is over.
Overall, Stooshe's See Me Like This is a powerful and relatable song about the ups and downs of romantic love, told with emotion and honesty.
Line by Line Meaning
You say you love me
You claim to love me
But I know it's a lie
But I'm aware that it's not true
Cause when you loved me
As I recall the time you said you loved me
My river ran dry
It felt like the love or affection I was expecting was missing
Is someone tempting
Is there someone else that is trying to win your heart
Someone on stand by
Do you have someone waiting for you
I handle looks
I flirt from time to time
But never touch
But I never act on it
You are mine
You belong to me
I thought you'd never ever ever
I believed that you would never
Wanna see see me like this
Want to see me such vulnerable and emotional state
See see me like this no no
Witness my sadness or despair
Now I'm all teary'd up paranoid as ever, yup!
Now I'm feeling very emotional and overthinking things as usual, unfortunately!
Now put your hands up
Raise your hands
I'm about to shoot love
I'm going to give you my best affection
And I'ma pray that you will give it up
And I hope that you will accept it
Pray that you will give it up
I hope that you'll let me give you my love
You never wanna see me like this
You never want to see me so vulnerable and emotional
Your love is sickly
Your approach to love is unhealthy and problematic
Emotional rides
Your love is full of ups and downs
A troubled heart
Your heart is in turmoil
A messy mind
Your mind is confused
That's bleeding mine
It's affecting my well-being
If I was brave, I'd cut you off
If I were courageous, I would break up with you
You don't think too fast
You're not very perceptive or intuitive
You would never last
You wouldn't be able to withstand the challenges of a real relationship
Something drastic has to change
There needs to be a significant change
I'm begging of you
I'm pleading with you
Yeah eh eh ay
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No you never wanna see me like this
You don't want to see me in this emotional state
You never wanna see me like this
You never want to witness my sadness or despair
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BLAIR NICHOLAS SOMERLED MACKICHAN, ANDREA MONICA MARTIN, JO PERRY, IYIOLA BABATUNDE BABALOLA, DARREN EMILIO LEWIS, JACK MCMANUS, KARIS ANDERSON, ALEXANDRA STEPHANIE BUGGS, COURTNEY MARIAH RUMBOLD
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@Emsie76
Most underrated band of all time. ✌🏼
@dannydulac8172
That is so true!
@dannydulac8172
Why is this song not famous?!??!!!!?!!!!!?!!??!!!
@dannydulac8172
It’s so catchy and everything!
@karolbanas6357
the y re shit
@ARMAN-ex1mi
Record label issues
@AllenMQuinn
Their management/recording label screwed them over so bad. This SHOULD have smashed.
@1TSS0FLVFFY
its true its true 💔
@faghag007
Oh my god can these girls sing. I love them, their music has got that 60's feel. Real talent.
@laraeast4268
They are always having fun in all their videos and songs. They're so relaxed unlike other bands. More people should check out their music, they're all amazing singers. I can't get enough of this song!!! >3